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Festive Holiday Fruitcake: A Timeless Treat for Celebrations

A moist and flavorful holiday fruitcake packedwith dried fruits, nuts, and a hint of brandy, topped with a zesty orangeglaze. Perfect for celebrations or as a thoughtful holiday gift.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine Holiday
Servings 10 Slice
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

Fruitcake:

  • 1 cup 250 mL chopped dried apricots
  • 1 cup 250 mL chopped dried figs or raisins
  • ¾ cup 175 mL brandy
  • 1 cup 250 mL unbleached white flour
  • 1 cup 250 mL granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp 5 mL salt
  • ½ tsp 2 mL baking powder
  • 2 whole eggs and 2 egg whites lightly whisked (or ¾ cup liquid egg substitute)
  • ½ cup frozen orange juice concentrate thawed
  • 1 jar maraschino cherries 284 mL, drained and gently dried
  • 1 cup 250 mL chopped pecans
  • 1 cup 250 mL chopped walnuts

Glaze:

  • ½ cup 125 mL powdered sugar
  • 2 tsp 10 mL frozen orange juice concentrate, defrosted
  • 1 tsp 5 mL water

Instructions
 

  • Prep the Dried Fruits : Combine the chopped dried apricots and figs (or raisins) in a bowl. Pour the brandy over the fruits and let them soak for at least 1 hour, or overnight for deeper flavor. Drain the fruits, reserving any excess brandy for later.
  • Mix the Dry Ingredients : In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, salt, and baking powder until evenly combined.
  • Prepare the Batter : In a separate bowl, mix the slightly beaten eggs (or egg substitute) with the defrosted orange juice concentrate.
  • Incorporate the Add-ins : Fold the soaked fruits, maraschino cherries, chopped pecans, and walnuts into the batter, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
  • Bake the Cake: Set your oven to 325°F (160°C) and prepare a loaf or bundt pan by greasing it and lining with parchment paper. Pour the batter into the pan, smoothing the top for an even layer. Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean when inserted. Let the cake cool for 15 minutes in the pan, then remove it and place it on a wire rack to cool fully.
  • Add the Glaze : In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, orange juice concentrate, and water until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake for a shiny finish.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcal
Keyword Holiday fruitcake
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